SHORT ANSWER:
The passport renewal fee in India varies based on the type of passport and the processing speed.
DETAILS:
- For a normal passport (36 pages), the fee is ₹1,500 for a 10-year validity.
- For a passport with 60 pages, the fee is ₹2,000.
- The fee for Tatkal service is higher, at ₹3,500 for a 36-page passport and ₹4,000 for a 60-page passport.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment for non-payment, but passport renewal will not be processed without the fee.
SOURCE:
- Passport Act, 1967 / Ministry of External Affairs
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